Musk Longhorn vs Flat Bark Beetle of Madeira
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Musk Longhorn | Flat Bark Beetle of Madeira |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aromia bungii | Tarphius rufonodulosus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Zopheridae |
| Size | 22-38 mm | 0.3-0.5 cm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Forests |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | China, Korea, Mongolia; invasive in Japan, Italy, Germany | Portugal |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
Musk Longhorn
A large and colorful cerambycid with a bright red pronotum and metallic dark blue-black elytra. Native to East Asia, it has recently invaded parts of Europe and Japan. It is a serious pest of stone fruit trees including cherry and peach.
Did You Know?
Adults emit a strong musky fragrance from thoracic glands, detectable from several meters away.
Flat Bark Beetle of Madeira
A small flattened beetle endemic to the laurel forests of Madeira. It lives under the bark of dead Laurus and Ocotea trees.
Did You Know?
Madeira's laurel forests are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and harbor dozens of unique beetle species.